This is the 8875th most frequent Japanese word.
横町
"横町" (よこちょう) refers to a side street, alley, or narrow lane often lined with shops or small establishments.
Here, '横町' refers to a narrow street or an alley where shops or establishments can be situated. It emphasizes the physical location.
この横町には古い店が並んでいます。
This alley has old shops lined up.
In this sentence, '横町' indicates a path or route taken to reach a destination, showing its functional aspect in navigation.
横町を通って駅に向かってください。
Please go through the alley to reach the station.
The word '横町' represents small streets or alleys that are recognized as a feature of the area, often culturally significant.